Description
The Smith & Wesson Model 945 Performance Center Prototype isn’t just another precision pistol—it’s the kind of firearm that bridges the gap between competition-grade performance and collectible rarity. Hand-assembled by the Performance Center’s master gunsmiths, this prototype was purpose-built for serious shooters who expect excellence from every pull of the trigger.
Machined entirely from stainless steel, both the frame and slide exude durability and refinement. This isn’t a pistol that hides behind polish—it wears its strength proudly. Every surface, from the hand-fit slide to the carefully tuned internals, reflects the kind of attention to detail that made the Performance Center legendary. The match-grade barrel and tuned single-action trigger deliver the kind of precision that competitive shooters dream about, while the extended magazine well and hand-checkered walnut grips provide both control and comfort.
The Model 945 takes inspiration from the best of the 1911 lineage but adds that unmistakable Smith & Wesson engineering twist. It’s streamlined, balanced, and ready to perform under pressure. The sights are competition-calibrated, designed to put rounds exactly where they belong—every single time.
But here’s what truly elevates it: this isn’t a catalog model—it’s a prototype, a hand-built pre-production testbed that embodies the Performance Center’s pursuit of perfection. That means no two are exactly alike, and that alone makes it something special.
For collectors, this Model 945 represents a pivotal chapter in S&W’s innovation story—a rare example of when artistry met experimentation. For shooters, it’s the kind of pistol that delivers satisfaction every time it’s fired. Either way, this is more than just a gun. It’s a Performance Center original, and it deserves a place in the spotlight.
